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Very Fine Detailed Figural Peruvian Shipibo Conibo Pottery Effigy Pot or Vase
$600
£458.58
€528.55
CA$859.32
A$941.78
CHF 491.82
MX$11,300.32
NOK 6,175.61
SEK 5,817.19
DKK 3,946.91
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Very Fine Detailed Figural Peruvian Shipibo-Conibo Pottery Effigy Pot or Vase
This beautifully detailed figural pottery effigy pot was crafted by the Shipibo-Conibo people of Peru, known for their highly distinctive geometric designs and rich ceramic traditions. Shaped in the form of a human figure, the pot features a sculpted face with protruding ears and nose, embodying the expressive and symbolic artistry of the Amazonian cultures.
The surface is decorated with intricate hand-painted geometric patterns in black and red on an ivory background, applied to the warm terracotta clay body. These complex designs, carefully balanced between symmetry and organic flow, represent the Shipibo-Conibo’s cosmological worldview, where patterns reflect the interconnectedness of nature, spirit, and community.
Likely dating to the early 20th century, this piece is clean and free of damage, though it retains natural imperfections consistent with handmade pottery of this nature. The craftsmanship and preservation are exceptional, making it both a beautiful decorative object and a fine ethnographic artifact.
Traditionally, Shipibo-Conibo pottery was made by women and used for domestic, ceremonial, and spiritual purposes, including the serving of food or chicha (a fermented drink), or as vessels for offerings. Effigy pots like this one, depicting human or animal forms, were often imbued with symbolic meaning and used in healing or shamanic rituals.
Today, Shipibo-Conibo pottery is admired worldwide for its striking visual language and deep cultural resonance. Collectors and museums prize these pieces for their authentic craftsmanship, symbolic geometry, and connection to the indigenous heritage of the Peruvian Amazon.
This effigy pot would make a stunning addition to any collection of Pre-Columbian, tribal, or ethnographic art, and its elegant form allows it to serve beautifully as a decorative vase or sculptural accent in contemporary interiors.
- Dimensions:Height: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)Diameter: 7 in (17.78 cm)
- Style:International Style (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:This is a handmade object with inherent imperfections. I could not find any damage or condition issues upon inspection.
- Seller Location:Red Lion, PA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10258246973262
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